Why Live in Good Shepherd
Good Shepherd is a small neighborhood in east Waterloo, bordered by Verden Creek. The area is known for its lush surroundings and affordable housing options, with homes typically priced between $75,000 and $150,000. The neighborhood features primarily ranch-style homes, some with aluminum awnings and cyclone fences, and is characterized by numerous dead-end streets and street-parked cars. Good Shepherd is predominantly composed of apartments and retail spaces, with only 162 homes. Residents have access to several nearby parks, including the expansive Gates Park, just half a mile away, which is undergoing significant renovations to include a new splash pad and an inclusion park. Other parks within 3 miles include Springview Park, Highland Park, and City View Heights Park, each offering various recreational features. The neighborhood is conveniently located less than 3 miles from Downtown Waterloo and the Cedar River, and within 2 miles of several dining options such as East China, Chucksters, Sookie’s Restaurant, Delicias, and Morg’s. The closest grocery store, All In Grocers, is also 2 miles away. Good Shepherd is well-connected with access to U.S. Route 218 and U.S. Route 61, both 3 to 5 miles away, and public transportation is available. The Waterloo Community School District offers the state’s only all-district International Baccalaureate program, although the schools receive average ratings. Residents can enjoy local festivities like Waterloo Days, held every June in Lincoln Park, 3 miles away, featuring a parade, live music, food booths, and children's activities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Good Shepherd a good place to live?
Good Shepherd is a good place to live. Good Shepherd is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Good Shepherd is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Good Shepherd has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.6 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $48,459 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Good Shepherd are home owners, with 43.2% of residents renting and 56.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Good Shepherd can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Good Shepherd neighborhood guide.
Is Good Shepherd, IA a safe neighborhood?
Good Shepherd, IA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Good Shepherd?
The median home price in Good Shepherd is $468,480. If you put a 20% down payment of $93,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,430 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $104K a year to afford the median home price in Good Shepherd. The average household income in Good Shepherd is $48K.
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Home Trends in Good Shepherd, IA
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$463,480
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$253
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Median List Price
$468,480